Puturu - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Puturu is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Peda Bayalu and around 170 km from Visakhapatnam. Laxmipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puturu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puturu is 583653. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Puturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puturu
According to the 2011 Census, Puturu village had a total population of 178 people, including 95 males and 83 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.65%, with male literacy at 54.88% and female literacy at 24.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 45 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 50 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Puturu
Puturu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puturu
Public transport in the Puturu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Puturu is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Puturu is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puturu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puturu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puturu
Where is Puturu located?
Puturu village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Puturu is Laxmipeta.
What is the pincode of Puturu?
The pincode of Puturu is 531040.
What is the population of Puturu?
Puturu had a total population of 178, including 95 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Puturu?
Puturu had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puturu was 40.65%. Male literacy was 54.88% and female literacy was 24.66%.